1:1 Teaching Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School in the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support one child with tailored learning activities, helping them access the curriculum and participate in classroom routines. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term-time only plus INSET days, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusive education.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO, building confidence and

Qualifications

• DBS check required
• Satisfactory references
• Pre-employment medical clearance
• Online searches for shortlisted candidates per KCSIE

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 tailored support to meet the child's learning and developmental needs
• Support the child to access the curriculum and participate in activities
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
• Develop the child's confidence, communication and independence
• Support participation in classroom routines and wider school life
• Collaborate with colleagues and follow agreed strategies to support progress
• Promote a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment for every child

Skills

Caring, patient, approachable and nurt

Enthusiasm for supporting children's

Ability to build positive, trusting

Calm, flexible and proactive

Good communicator in a team

Support for Catholic school ethos

Job description

This is a 1:1 Teaching Assistant post at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, with a start as soon as possible. The work is individual support for one child, helping them access the curriculum, take part in classroom routines and build confidence and independence alongside the class teacher and SENDCO. The post is 32.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSET days, in a Catholic school open to families of all faiths. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to meet the child's individual learning and developmental needs
• Support the child to access the curriculum and take part in learning activities
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
• Develop the child's confidence, communication and independence
• Support participation in classroom routines and wider school life
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and follow agreed strategies to support the child's progress
• Promote a safe, inclusive and caring learning environment where every child feels supported and valued

Skills & knowledge

• Caring, patient, approachable and nurturing
• Enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children
• Calm, flexible and proactive in responding to individual needs
• Good communicator who works effectively as part of a team
• Support for the ethos and values of a Catholic school

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references
• Pre-employment medical clearance
• Online searches for shortlisted candidates, in line with KCSIE

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Nice to have

• Previous experience in a primary school
• Previous experience of working with children with additional needs

What’s offered

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits, not itemised in the advert